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Election
The Education Officer is a full time Sabbatical Officer of the Students’ Union working full time to provide leadership to the Students’ Union’s services. They will lead on representing students’ academic interests to UCL and beyond and lead the Union’s work in influencing UCL to achieve fair, accessible, and high-quality education at UCL.
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If elected, I will focus on turning student feedback into clear, trackable change. I will run regular feedback channels through quick surveys and faculty rep, and publish simple “You said, we did” updates to expose progress. I will push for better study space during peak periods and more consistent standards on assessment, feedback, and personal tutoring across departments. I will also advocate for clearer module information, accessible materials, and practical guidance on AI use in teaching and assessment, while strengthening the Academic Reps Network through better support and communication.
Previously working as a students’ union president and minister in academic functions, I represented diverse student views, negotiated with staff, and followed issues through to resolution with clear reporting. I have designed courses and co-developed curriculum modules, giving me a practical understanding of teaching from both student and staff perspectives. Through internships, I’ve managed projects end-to-end, coordinating stakeholders and delivering outcomes. I’m comfortable working in committees and communicating clearly with students, with a strong focus on fairness and consistency.
Vote for me if you want an Education Officer who will listen consistently, act strategically, and report back clearly.
I will:
- Take your academic priorities into UCL committees and decision-making spaces—and stay there until outcomes move.
- Strengthen faculty and academic reps so issues escalate faster and more fairly.
- Focus on practical wins that improve daily study life: space, assessment/feedback, tutoring support, and digital education clarity.
Less noise, more change—and a visible trail of what we achieved together.
As a first-generation University graduate from an Afghan immigrant family and now a master's student, I approach education with seriousness and respect. Knowing how hard the women of Afghanistan fight for education, I understand both the privilege and pressure of higher education. As an education officer, I will advocate for:
- fairness and transparency in assessment,
- clearer marking criteria,
- timely constructive feedback.
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Ensure consistent academic support across departments and incorporate student voices in academic decisions.
My goal is to ensure every student feels supported and guided at UCL.
I am a First-Class Biomedical Science graduate and current master's student with experience as a:
- mentor,
- Undergraduate student ambassador,
- facilitator
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Private Tutor.
As a first-generation student from an immigrant, low-income background, I understand the significance of access to education. I bring resilience, careful listening, and the confidence to challenge constructively, representing students with clarity and purpose.
I understand the value of education because it has shaped both my character and my academic Journey as a woman. I combine academic excellence with lived experience and a commitment to fairness. I will approach this role with focus and integrity, ensuring student voices are reflected in decisions that shape their learning. I am running because every student deserves a fair opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background.
If you would like to see a steady, thorough representation in academic matters, I ask for your vote.
- Improve communication between students and academic staff so concerns are addressed more quickly and clearly.
- Strengthen feedback systems to ensure student voices are genuinely considered in academic decisions.
- Advocate for fair and transparent assessment policies.
- Work to improve academic support services, including study resources and guidance.
- Promote inclusive learning environments that support students from diverse backgrounds.
- Increase awareness of existing academic support programs so students know what help is available.
- Good listening skills to understand diverse student experiences and perspectives.
- A collaborative mindset, working constructively with both students and faculty.
- Problem-solving ability to address issues in a practical and balanced way.
- Reliability and consistency in following through on commitments.
- A fair and impartial approach when dealing with academic concerns.
- A genuine interest in improving the overall educational experience for students.
I am committed to representing your concerns clearly and responsibly. I will work collaboratively to ensure academic policies are fair, transparent, and beneficial for everyone.
I hope to gain a deeper understanding of students' real needs in this role, acquire more professional communication skills and leverage my multilingual background to help everyone better understand students' true needs. In this position, I aim to better serve and understand the differences in individual needs, handle students' requests more effectively, and help everyone enjoy the learning process. I also hope to alleviate students' academic pressure and better utilize my multilingual abilities to convey more accurate information to students, thereby better understanding their needs.
Leveraging my multilingual background, I can better help everyone present campus courses and regulations, allowing international students to avoid unnecessary detours. Having served as a researcher for a year, I know how to better assist and understand the difficulties you encounter in your studies. Finally, I can help you adapt to the university learning style and organize learning resources so you can find the help you need, avoiding the need to search aimlessly. I can helping you with your studies and daily life, It serves as a bridge between students and the school.
I can make complex academic rules more practical and help international students adapt to campus life quickly. I will also collect everyone's needs and requirements, provide multilingual help and suggestions to the school, and help everyone solve practical difficulties within my capabilities .I hope to fully leverage my multilingual skills to help more international students communicate more smoothly and reduce conflicts arising from cultural differences.
- Office hours for all, so you aren’t on a wild goose chase for help
- An Education Policy Tracker: log when departments break policies like feedback in 20-days or no Wednesday afternoon teaching, so the SU can get it fixed
- Systemic support for applicants & students affected by conflict
- Support students with cost of study in UCL (bursary uplifts; no ‘hidden course costs’) and nationally
- Campaign for ethical & sustainable university investments and partnerships
- Wider opportunities to develop new, technical skills through term 3 learning, aiding employability
- Continued advocacy for better study space!
As your Education Officer I’ve:
- Integrated sample lectures in module handbook (helping you this April)
- Ran weekly polls on ongoing issues
- Reformed flawed Personal Tutor system; UCL will now monitor if students aren't being supported
- Advocated on home/overseas student finance in parliament; campaign on PGR stipends
- Secured student representation on ethical Investment Policy & research groups
- fought for extra T3 study space
...to name a few!
I’ve been a TA, tutor, & summer workshop leader for refugee children. At UCL: a Mentor, Impartial Chair, & Academic Rep- advocating for students from the start!:)
Hi, I’m Sarah, & I’m rerunning to be your Education Officer!
There are gaps in UCL’s education system - in feedback, financial support & more - and they pose huge challenges to any student who may stumble or fall through. I want to fix these gaps.
In my year as EO, I’ve advocated with students, reps, & campaigners, challenging senior stakeholders to make student voices heard and acted on.
If re-elected, I’ll hit the ground running on pressing student issues, pushing to ensure UCL students get an education that is worthwhile, accessible, and truly supports them - especially when they need it most.